That path is called the ecliptic, and it exists because all planets in our solar system orbit around the sun on roughly the same plane. Astronomers, on the other hand, look for more specific ...

All of our solar system’s planets are lining up to parade through the night sky at once. This extraordinary celestial event will see the sky scattered with seven visible planets in what is known ...

Watch this video to find out more about the Earth, planets in our Solar System and other planets far off in outer space. From up here on the International Space Station I get a great view of Earth.

Anyone who looked up at the sky on Wednesday night may have caught a glimpse of an impressive sight: all the planets of our solar system on display. The phenomenon — also known as a "planet ...

In a rare 'planetary parade', all seven planets will align and be visible from Earth. Best of all, you don't even need a telescope or any special equipment to see our solar system in its full glory.

How do planetary alignments work? The planets in the solar system orbit the sun, just as Earth does. Every planet orbits at a different speed and distance. During these alignments, the planets ...

Stargazers will be treated to a rare alignment of seven planets on 28 February when Mercury joins six other planets that are already visible in the night sky. Here's why it matters to scientists.

A large planetary alignment includes five or six planets. A great or full planetary alignment features all solar system planets, and sometimes Pluto. Astronomers provide a realistic depiction of ...

Beginning in late February, seven planets will align in the night sky. But Uranus and Neptune may require a telescope to see. Mars SKY AT Viewed from above the solar system, the seven planets will ...